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25 Ways to Stretch Your Budget

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
Budgets serve a great purpose to keep your spending to a minimum and save you money for your future. Are you struggling to stick to your budget? Or finding it difficult not to purchase the things you want? Well, we have 25 helpful tips on how to stretch your budget as a college student that …
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5 Scholarships for Students in Texas

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022
The Lone Star State. It’s indisputably one of the most iconic state nicknames, high on the list with New York (the Empire State) and California (the Golden State). However, while New York and California’s nicknames reflect a desire to lead, to convince others of their state’s glory, Texas’s moniker shouts clearly that they are independent, …
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10 Scholarships for Students in the Military

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 28, 2023
Military scholarships aim to show appreciation and give back to the brave men and women who fight for the country. Several military-dependent scholarships extend financial aid to the spouses and children of service men and women. Most military scholarships require supporting documentation to show that the applicant meets the strict eligibility requirements. Several organizations offer …
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5 Scholarships for Students in the Midwest

By Morgan StaubLast updated on February 25, 2025
The American Midwest is one of the more fascinating regions in the United States, due to its unique mix of noteworthy qualities. The Midwest has a diverse mash-up of natural wonder, large cities such as Chicago, Cleveland, and St. Louis, historical significance, great food, and even devoted sports fan bases. The boundaries–generally thought of as …
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5 Scholarships for Students in Maine

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022
The northern and easternmost state in the contiguous “lower forty-eight” lies on a craggy outcropping of coastline, directly bordering Canada and the icy waters of the North Atlantic. The state of Maine is known for many reasons, nearly all of them complimentary. Nicknamed “The Pine Tree State,” Maine is renowned for its natural beauty, with …
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5 Scholarships for Students in Hawaii

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Hawaii, known also as the Aloha State, was the 50th and final state to join the USA. Serving as the northernmost island group of Polynesia, Hawaii is also home to beautiful beaches, active volcanoes, and diverse wildlife. If you’re lucky enough to call this state home or plan to attend school there, take a look …
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5 Scholarships for Criminal Justice Majors

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Criminal Justice is a broad field that includes: law, criminal investigation, law enforcement, criminology, and other related areas. If you’re a Criminal Justice major, take a look below at just a few criminal justice scholarships available. George A. Strait Minority Scholarship Amount: Varies Deadline: April 1, 2020 This scholarship awards minority students who have extensive law …
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5 Scholarships for Students in Delaware

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Delaware is a unique state with many nicknames–The Small Wonder, Blue Hen State, the Diamond State, and given its status as the first state to ratify the US Constitution, the First State. As one of the thirteen original colonies, it is a place full of history. If you call Delaware home or plan to attend …
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5 Scholarships for History Majors

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
While a history major may not be the most common student you’ll encounter on a college campus, they play a vital role in our society. An obvious career path is a historian, but there are also other careers such as lawyers, politicians, writers, and teachers. The world we live in is complex, and sometimes the …

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